This directory is not intended to extensively document or list every type foundry (active or otherwise). Instead, this exists to better organize the foundries I’ve come to know, like, and/or find interesting while supplying the additional information that I look for when browsing foundries.

If you are looking for a more extensive list of foundries then I might suggest exploring the Type Foundries Archive. For a simpler index take a look at type.lol.

Filter

To filter the list below, simply click on the labels along the top row. Clicking on the "i" to the left of each entry expands the item to reveal a screenshot and more information. Alternatively, clicking on the "i" in the first row expands all of the foundry listings.

Webfonts

Only indicates self-hosted webfonts.

Trial Fonts

Does not include Fontstand’s 3-hour trial.

If trials are available via email, the foundry’s site must specifically state so.

Variable Fonts

If a foundry offers variable fonts via email, their site must specifically state so.

Educational Discounts

Discounts and licenses are handled differently by every foundry. While some have an educational license you can choose upon checkout, others may require you to reach out to them directly.

If a foundry offers student discounts via email, their site must specifically state so.

Language/Script Support

For the sake of simplicity and familiarity, Language Support refers to both supported languages and scripts, and the listings are fairly generous.

For example, if a foundry primarily produces Latin fonts, but offers one or two families with an Arabic counter-part, the Language Support section might also list Arabic.

Yes, I know languages and scripts are not synonymous.

Language filtering is coming soon.

Contact

If you have any additional information on a foundry that should be included in the list or see any errors, please send me an email <matthew [at] morningtype.com> or tweet at me

Sponsorships

Sorry, the Type Foundry Directory is a free resource and does not accept sponsorships, paid promotions or donations. If you would like to support this project, you may hire me for type or graphic design work.

29Letters [29LT] is an independent type business creating and publishing multilingual fonts. Its specialty in Arabic and Latin typography arises from its collaborative team of professional Arab and European type designers crafting high-quality typefaces.

Just something to keep in mind: “You are not permitted to use any of our fonts, individual letters or glyphs extracted from the font file(s) for logos, logotypes, brand marks or any kind of custom lettering. If you would like to create a logo, logotype, brand mark or any kind of custom lettering from one of our fonts, then please get in contact…”

I AM DESIGNING A LOGO, CAN I MODIFY JUST A TINY DETAIL?
“Modifications are not allowed, even in Graphic Design software. We do offer tailor-made custom services, from a few letters to complete font families. Please contact us to share your project with our team.”

All fonts offer an A La Carte purchasing method which is very easy to use. Desktop license is the default, and a web or app license requires an addendum which can only be added by contacting the foundry directly. You can not purchase just a web license directly from their site.

There is a big jump between personal and group licensing from one user (up to 3 workspaces) to then 20 workspaces (no user limit specified). But then the EULA states, "Each user that has access to the Font Software shall count as one of your permitted number of workstations." This just seems like a strange licensing structure that feels loosely defined.

Webfonts come with CSS file for easy set up, and also includes a subset of fonts with less features (smaller file size & faster loading). Also, Dave was really helpful when I was having difficulties trying to purchase some fonts. Thanks again, Dave!

Self hosted web fonts are now available, but are not a one time purchase and must be renewed yearly. Most fonts are only available as full families or bundles which isn't very freelancer friendly. This can also be problematic if you are building a brand which only uses one or two fonts, but your clients are required to purchase more fonts than they actually need.

Paratype focuses on multilingual text typefaces, primarily Latin+Cyrillic (but sometimes also Greek, Armenian and Georgian) and hosts the Modern Cyrillic type design competitions. Paratype webfonts work perfectly on all screens because of professional in-house manual TrueType hinting.

PRIMARY is a type foundry in Los Angeles making new fonts, and a library of prototypical open-source fonts compiled from various collections and sites. Licenses include Print, Web, App, and Broadcast use.

1 license = Up to 10 users and no media restriction. But there's a catch! As pulled from their license agreement: “B.6. You may not modify the design of the characters contained in the font software, even if converted to outlines with the help of an editing or design software.”

Self-hosted webfonts available upon request.
To save you from digging for their trial fonts, here is a link.
Pro and Standard options available depending on language support and opentype features needed. Webfonts only available via Typekit (no self-hosting).
For more information regarding educational licenses, please visit https://typofonderie.com/purchasing-help/.